Monthly Archives: August 2013

My Poncho

Posted on August 30, 2013 by rlbates

I made this one for myself. Ponchos are coming back (or maybe never went away). They were popular when I was younger though I’ve never had one. I have mixed feelings on the yarn I chose. Part of me wishes … Continue reading →

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Scrappy Baby Quilt for T.A.

Posted on August 23, 2013 by rlbates

I made this baby quilt for my niece who is due to have her second child and her first daughter this November. Her son was born two years ago. Here’s the quilt I made for him. For this one I … Continue reading →

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H’s Baby Quilt

Posted on August 16, 2013 by rlbates

I want to make it clear right up front — I did not make this quilt. I only had the privilege of sewing on a sleeve so it can be hung up. This lovely quilt was made by Connie Coenen … Continue reading →

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Forget-Me-Knot in Vase

Posted on August 9, 2013 by rlbates

I made my friend @organicgreendoc a small “bonus” quilt for his auction. It is machine appliqued and quilted. The glass beads are sewn on by hand. It is 10.5 in X 12.4 in. I used the applique forget-me-knot pattern … Continue reading →

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Memory Lane Quilt Finished!

Posted on August 2, 2013 by rlbates

The “Memory Lane” quilt is finished! As you may recall I made it at the request of my friend & medical school classmate @organicgreendoc asked me to make a quilt for a silent auction. He has early Alzheimer’s and blogs … Continue reading →